AAC Consultant – Speech & Language Therapist

We are looking for a qualified Speech & Language Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team. You will be working with children and adults who, due to physical and/or cognitive impairments, have difficulties communicating. You will work very closely with your colleagues to support these clients to identify their communication needs and meet their communication potential. This post would suit a newly qualified Speech & Language Therapist and, whilst we would like you to have an interest in supporting people to communicate, it is not essential that you have experience of working within this field as excellent supervision and training will be provided. You will bring your core clinical skills and enthusiasm to this position to support the assessment process, and in turn we will support you to develop your AAC knowledge and skills through a wide range of CPD opportunities. As an AAC Consultant, you will contribute to the development and delivery of Ace Centre's Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) services as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Your key tasks will include: AAC assessment of individuals : planning and preparing prior to the assessment contributing to the assessment to reach appropriate recommendations liaising with the team supporting the client at a local level (this may include families, carers, and other education, health and social care professionals) completing the required assessment report and other documentation in a timely manner contributing to any follow up action including organizing and setting up loan equipment/resources and providing training Training : assisting with the research and development of a variety of training activities planned by Ace Centre or requested of them by others supporting the delivery of Ace Centre's training programme across a range of platforms to a variety of audiences Advice and Information: providing impartial advice and up to date information relating to AAC to clients, families and professionals Projects and Service Development: contributing to projects and service reviews as required Data Management: maintaining comprehensive and confidential client records using a range of software and data management systems You will be required to: Maintain and develop your knowledge of AAC resources and strategies in order to deliver Ace Centre services Travel across the geographical area covered by Ace Centre to deliver assessment and training activities Have your own vehicle and business insurance Perform some manual handling to safely transport equipment Comply with all Ace Centre policies and procedures Complete an enhanced DBS certificate Work occasional flexible hours, including overnight stays Attend appropriate CPD opportunities as identified in your induction, supervisions and annual PDR reviews Requirements: Professional Degree or equivalent. HCPC or equivalent professional registration. Ability to identify the needs of individuals with disabilities within a multidisciplinary assessment team context. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Familiarity with the use of IT, including MS Office. Empathetic to, and understanding of, Ace Centre's client group. Ability to work flexibly when required. Car driver with own use of own car and appropriate business insurance. Desirable criteria Ability to develop and deliver training appropriate to a variety of audiences in a range of settings. Experience of working with individuals with physical and/or communication disabilities, their families and professionals who support them. Experience of delivering AAC assessment, training, advice and information services. Closing Date for applications:

26th February 2025. Interviews will be held:

on 13th and 14th March 2025. Ace Centre is an equal opportunities employer; we welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £30,559.00-£39,513.00 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Sick pay Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends Ability to commute/relocate: Abingdon OX14 1RG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Licence/Certification: Driving Licence (required) HCPC or equivalent registration (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: In person Application deadline: 26/02/2025 Reference ID: AAC Consultant - Speech & Language Therapist

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